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Page 2 Thursday, June 27, 2013 THE GEORGIA POST & THE BYRON BUZZ From left, Lee Brown- New President, Gaylene Geyman- Outgoing President, and Max Gallman- District Gover nor. Byron Lions Install Officers The Byron Lions Club will begin the 2013-2014 year with a new president, and will become a part of a new district. District Gov ernor Max Gallman of the Griffin Lions Club installed the new officers at the dinner meeting on June 6, 2013. President Lee Brown, who has two years previous experience as president, will bring many new ideas to the club. Her vice-president will be Steve Humphry. Marlene Humphry and Fran Washko will continue their fine work as secretary and treasurer, respectively. As Membership Director, Mike Washko will develop growth programs for the club, encourage the club members to bring in new members, implement recruitment and retention procedures, and perform other duties of the office. Jim Harden, as Tail Twister, will promote harmony, good fellowship, life and enthu siasm in meetings through appropriate games, stories and anecdotes, and will impose fines on club mem bers. Tony Keys, as Lion Tamer, will be responsible for the club’s property, put ting all items in their proper places for the meetings, and storeing them in their proper place after the meeting, and perform other duties of his position as outlined in the club’s by-laws. The Byron Lions Club received several awards from district, state and LCIF at the Georgia Lions Club Convention in Augusta. The club received a second place Toccoa award for the most attendees at the convention. Past District Governor and club vice- president Steve Humphry, PDG and club secretary Marlene Humphry and Lions Mike and Fran Washko, Ken and Lee Brown, and Pat Filler attended the conven tion. The club also received the club excellence award. The club is looking forward to joining Lion friends in the Centerville and Warner Robins Lions Clubs in the newly formed District “O”, with Jim Walker of the Syl vester Lions Club as District Governor. 2013-2014 will be another great year for the Byron Lions Club. Propane bills too high? Stop feeding the pig and get Geo. Bosch geothermal heating and cooling systems can save you up to 70% on your home energy bills. With an additional 30% federal tax credit, these systems are now more affordable than ever! Visit our site to find out how much you can save. BoschGeo.com BOSCH Invented for life PLEASE NOTICE The Emergency Room at Peach Regional Medical Center 601 Blue Bird Boulevard / Fort Valley Will Close Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at 6:00 a.m. The Medical Center of Peach County and Emergency Room at I960 Highway 247 Connector / Byron Will Open Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at Noon If you need emergency care from the hours of 6 a.m. — 12 p.m. on July 16, please call 911 or report to the nearest Emergency Room. AVI S O La Sala de Emergencia en Peach Regional Medical Center 601 Blue Bird Boulevard / Fort Valley Estara Cerrada el dia Martes, 16 de Julio del 2013 A LAS 6:00 A.M. The Medical Center of Peach County y la Sala De Emergencia en I960 Highway 247 Connector / Byron Estara Abierto el dia Martes, 16 de Julio del 2013 A LAS 12:00 DEL MEDIO DIA Si necesita atencion de emergencia entre las horas de 6am - 12 del medio dfa el 16 de Julio, favor llamar al 911 6 reportarse a la Sala de Emergencia mas cercana. 1 1 ■ 1-75 m 1 ■ Protect Kids From Heat As temperatures soar in central Georgia, it is impor tant to remember that infants and children are at high risk for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Each summer, children fall victim to heat related illnesses that can be prevented with proper caution and care. As the Independence Day holiday approaches, parents should be aware of the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and how to prevent these potentially life threatening illnesses. • Heat exhaustion is an acute reaction to heat exposure. Signs include weakness, dizziness, nau sea, headache and finally, collapse. The skin becomes cold and clammy while pupils dilate, and body tem perature and blood pressure become lower. • Heat exhaustion can progress to heat stroke, a far more serious condi tion, if the body is unable to cool itself. The person may become confused and lethargic, the body ceases to sweat, body temperature will rise rapidly, and seizure may occur. Heat stroke is a life- threatening condition. A pediatrician from The Children’s Hospital at The Medical Center of Cen tral Georgia is available to discuss ways that parents can safeguard their children from the heat related ill nesses, including: • Remaining indoors dur ing the hottest parts of the day, generally 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. • Remaining hydrated by consuming water and sports drinks that replace electro lytes. • Wearing proper clothing in the heat. • Not leaving children in car seats or unattended in hot cars, even for short periods of time. War And Peace Eventually all debate is reduced to a quomm (and possibilities) of War and Peace; albeit a majority of skirmish is carried forth with neighbors down the street! It is exceptionally frustrating to listen to the pros and cons of what is, what needs to be, and what the major powers plan on—for the agonizing equa tion just ahead. China and their neighbors present a large question mark, on where their individual allegiance lies— Iran, with new leadership, is hopefully changing agendas on nuclear proliferation—Iraq remains a powder keg (and could explode at the drop of a hat)—Syria, now engaged with biological warfare, is a challenge for multiple nations (Russia and the U.S. both in volved with weapons, words, and worry)—Afghanistan is a puzzle yet to be neutralized- --Turkey, with economic reprisals worming their path through channels that must be cleared for America to ’’shuffle goods” to a targeted group—and opposing forces struggling both day and night, to intercept any aid that helps to even out the ”battle lines”!! And we’ve yet to speak of Israel and their plight! The carnage and rubble of War is never a decent con solation; and Peace seems to forever be the elusive dream that emits shock waves on a perpetual basis! Indeed, a novice can discern the histori cal desolation that arrives, as humanity continuously experi ences a ’’crushed existence”. In the center of the global confusion, are the multiple po litical and vocational aspirants, who insist their specific way to a described target of success; lies close to a personal view ( and take) on vital matters. There are the ’’hawks”, who insist that the ’’victory chorus” will only be sung, as a military assault is mounted (never mind against who); while the ’’doves” of a massive per suasion are just as adamant that we have had enough war—and the real answer is to "bring all our troops back home.” Most every one of these ’’confused citizens” have taken their cue from the bar room, a twisted media, (who constantly play ’’payback”) or an unenlightened throng, who really have no idea of what day it is!! Notice, if you will, that no one seems to consider the validity of Sacred Script. A few minutes into an ’’inerrant” The ICU Ministry provides hope to others in need. Handmade bags are delivered to area hos pital waiting rooms with toiletry items, magazines, etc. for the family. Items for bags are always needed. If you are interested in volunteering or donating supplies call Para at 214-5560. Icukits. blogspot.com. or icukits@gmail. com. ICU Survival Kits Ministry. Come out and help assemble bags, meets every second and fourth Thursday at the Byron Depot. Times are from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.. Next meeting date will be June 27th. Toddler Tales at Byron Public Library, Wednesdays 11 a.m. 18 months to 3 years. Wacky Wednesday every first Wed. of the the month for 4-7 years old. All children 4 years and younger must be accompanied by a care giver, who must remain with the child during their visit. Byron Pub lic Library 105 Church St. Byron, GA 31008 478-956-2200. Free ABE and GED classes ev ery Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. and 5:30-8:30 p.m., on Wednesday from 8:30- 11:30 a.m. at the Adult Educa tion Center, 200 Moseley Road, Byron. Orientation is on Monday from 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. For more information call 478-956- 7621. The Comforting Quilters provide quilts to those in hospice and oth ers in need. The CQ meets the third Saturday of each month at 200 E. Heritage St., downtown Byron, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more information contact Julie at 478- 978-0842 or comfortingquilters@ gmail.com. The Compassionate Friends of Middle Georgia, Supporting Family After a Child Dies, local chapter meets the 4th Thursday of each month at Byron United Methodist Church at 7:00 p.m. For information call Chapter Leader Karla Chidester (478) 9544592 or visit www.compassionate- friends.org Central Georgia Autism Sup port Group meets monthly and is sponsored by the Right On Track Pediatric Therapy Pro- Byron Buzz Sudoku SOLUTION ON PAGE 3 1 9 7 1 7 8 5 9 5 3 1 4 6 7 1 2 9 8 3 1 1 8 6 6 3 2 8 The ’G’ Factor Daniel W. Gatlyn, USNRet., Minister/ path, would reveal that 1) Wars (and rumors of such) will continue as long as humanity has breath; 2) That only those who subscribe to (and embrace) a moral path shall exit as win ners, and 3) That Biblical verse and implications dictate, that those who are capable of making an approved difference, shall be accountable to do so! Both statesmen and citizens alike; should be cognizant of the fact, that the Bible dis tinctly points out the vanity of those who substantially predict a peaceful resolution. It simply will not happen. Not because of a theological predestination-but rather be cause of the vanities of men!! It is a foregone conclusion that the Christian Camp possesses the only ground to brag about! gram, a service of The Children’s Hospital at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Contact Melanie Peacock Shell, SLP at 478-633- 8088 or visit www.CentralGA Autism.org An Auxiliary of Volunteers to support the new Medical Center of Peach County has been creat ed. If you are interested in joining the Auxiliary please call 478-825- 8691, Ext. 318. The second reunion of the 4th Missile Battallion 61st Artillery is being held at the Denny’s Res taurant Banquet Room in Byron, September 14,1-4 p.m. Meals are pay as you go. Contact one of the following by September 1, 2013 if you plan to attend so we can have an accurate head count: Ernest Cooling 478-955-8850 or Jack Shurling 478-552-9337. Facebook 101 each week at the Welcome Center. Join us for cof fee and allow Joan Hayes to help you promote your business. For more info contact Tiffany at 478- 956-2409. Byron Farmers & Artisans Market, Saturdays through August 17, Jailhouse alley Park. Products and crafts need to be Georgia Made or Georgia Grown for sale in the Byron Farmers Market. Market hours are 9 a.m. - noon. For more information contact Tiffany Peavy at 478-956- 2409. GOVERNMENT & CLUBS: - Al-Anon meets Mondays, 11 a.m. at old Byron School. For information call 956-5637. -PC Board of Education meets first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.; Study session last Tuesday of month, 6 p.m. PC Tax Assessors meet first Thursday of each month, 6 p.m. -Byron Lions Club, first and third Thursday, 7 p.m. -Byron City Council, second Monday, 6 p.m. -PC Commission, second Tues day, 6 p.m. -PC Development Authority, third Thursday, 8 a.m. -PC Water & Sewage Authority, third Monday, 6 p.m. -Byron Rotary Club, every Wednesday, 8 a.m., Masonic Lodge Hall. -Byron Tax Office, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:304:30 p.m. Byron Municipal Complex News Deadline Friday at 5 p.m.
